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We are here to help #EU and #Schengen countries manage our external #borders and fight cross-border crime.
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Winter doesn't slow us down, on the contrary!
Where the road ends, the mission continues.
Which landscape do you think is tougher for a patrol: deep snow or thick forest? Let us know below! 👇
Where the road ends, the mission continues.
Which landscape do you think is tougher for a patrol: deep snow or thick forest? Let us know below! 👇
January 25, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Winter doesn't slow us down, on the contrary!
Where the road ends, the mission continues.
Which landscape do you think is tougher for a patrol: deep snow or thick forest? Let us know below! 👇
Where the road ends, the mission continues.
Which landscape do you think is tougher for a patrol: deep snow or thick forest? Let us know below! 👇
Risk analysis is at the heart of international border management.
Last year marked 15 years of Africa-Frontex Intelligence Community bringing together officers, analysts, and experts who face the same pressures and the same risks, who understand that no country can meet these challenges alone 🌍
Last year marked 15 years of Africa-Frontex Intelligence Community bringing together officers, analysts, and experts who face the same pressures and the same risks, who understand that no country can meet these challenges alone 🌍
AFIC partners mark 15 years of Africa–EU border cooperation
News about Frontex, events, meeting
www.frontex.europa.eu
January 24, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Risk analysis is at the heart of international border management.
Last year marked 15 years of Africa-Frontex Intelligence Community bringing together officers, analysts, and experts who face the same pressures and the same risks, who understand that no country can meet these challenges alone 🌍
Last year marked 15 years of Africa-Frontex Intelligence Community bringing together officers, analysts, and experts who face the same pressures and the same risks, who understand that no country can meet these challenges alone 🌍
Frontex and @euasylumagency.bsky.social are working more closely to support Member States at the EU’s external borders: screening + registration, asylum + reception support, and return-related steps when a return decision has been made.
Fundamental rights and data protection stay central.
#EUPac
Fundamental rights and data protection stay central.
#EUPac
January 23, 2026 at 10:31 AM
Frontex and @euasylumagency.bsky.social are working more closely to support Member States at the EU’s external borders: screening + registration, asylum + reception support, and return-related steps when a return decision has been made.
Fundamental rights and data protection stay central.
#EUPac
Fundamental rights and data protection stay central.
#EUPac
In Nicosia, Frontex and @unmigration.bsky.social DG Amy Pope discussed possible areas of cooperation on migration management, including joint assistance in non-EU countries, working together for effective, humane and rights-based solutions.
January 22, 2026 at 12:37 PM
In Nicosia, Frontex and @unmigration.bsky.social DG Amy Pope discussed possible areas of cooperation on migration management, including joint assistance in non-EU countries, working together for effective, humane and rights-based solutions.
7 pistols made in the former Yugoslavia seized 🚫🔫
Frontex officers and North Macedonia Customs found 7 pistols, made in former Yugoslavia, hidden deep in a vehicle's roof. A great example of teamwork keeping our streets safe! 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
Post 🛡️in the comments, if you’re glad these are off the streets!
Frontex officers and North Macedonia Customs found 7 pistols, made in former Yugoslavia, hidden deep in a vehicle's roof. A great example of teamwork keeping our streets safe! 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
Post 🛡️in the comments, if you’re glad these are off the streets!
January 21, 2026 at 4:03 PM
7 pistols made in the former Yugoslavia seized 🚫🔫
Frontex officers and North Macedonia Customs found 7 pistols, made in former Yugoslavia, hidden deep in a vehicle's roof. A great example of teamwork keeping our streets safe! 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
Post 🛡️in the comments, if you’re glad these are off the streets!
Frontex officers and North Macedonia Customs found 7 pistols, made in former Yugoslavia, hidden deep in a vehicle's roof. A great example of teamwork keeping our streets safe! 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
Post 🛡️in the comments, if you’re glad these are off the streets!
A 26% fall in detections of irregular border crossings in 2025 is a significant shift, but it doesn’t remove the risks.
The Annual Brief 2025 sets out the details behind the headline and looks ahead to 2026.
Read more👇
www.frontex.europa.eu/publications...
The Annual Brief 2025 sets out the details behind the headline and looks ahead to 2026.
Read more👇
www.frontex.europa.eu/publications...
Annual Brief 2025
Publication produced by Frontex
www.frontex.europa.eu
January 20, 2026 at 12:28 PM
A 26% fall in detections of irregular border crossings in 2025 is a significant shift, but it doesn’t remove the risks.
The Annual Brief 2025 sets out the details behind the headline and looks ahead to 2026.
Read more👇
www.frontex.europa.eu/publications...
The Annual Brief 2025 sets out the details behind the headline and looks ahead to 2026.
Read more👇
www.frontex.europa.eu/publications...
Smugglers tried to hide it.
Technology and cooperation uncovered it.
1 million+ illicit items seized by Frontex and North Macedonian colleagues 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
Technology and cooperation uncovered it.
1 million+ illicit items seized by Frontex and North Macedonian colleagues 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
January 19, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Smugglers tried to hide it.
Technology and cooperation uncovered it.
1 million+ illicit items seized by Frontex and North Macedonian colleagues 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
Technology and cooperation uncovered it.
1 million+ illicit items seized by Frontex and North Macedonian colleagues 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰
🚀 Border guards’ training must evolve to keep up with changing laws and operational needs. The Frontex’s Common Core Curriculum (CCC) harmonises training across Europe and builds shared skills adapted to today’s border management challenges.
January 18, 2026 at 6:10 PM
🚀 Border guards’ training must evolve to keep up with changing laws and operational needs. The Frontex’s Common Core Curriculum (CCC) harmonises training across Europe and builds shared skills adapted to today’s border management challenges.
👁Human trafficking can happen right in front of our eyes, especially at the borders.
Some cases might go unnoticed not because they’re hidden, but because we will fail to recognize them!
In support of @europol.europa.eu, we invite you to LOOK BEYOND the stereotypes.
Some cases might go unnoticed not because they’re hidden, but because we will fail to recognize them!
In support of @europol.europa.eu, we invite you to LOOK BEYOND the stereotypes.
January 16, 2026 at 2:36 PM
👁Human trafficking can happen right in front of our eyes, especially at the borders.
Some cases might go unnoticed not because they’re hidden, but because we will fail to recognize them!
In support of @europol.europa.eu, we invite you to LOOK BEYOND the stereotypes.
Some cases might go unnoticed not because they’re hidden, but because we will fail to recognize them!
In support of @europol.europa.eu, we invite you to LOOK BEYOND the stereotypes.
📢 In 2025, the number of irregular border crossings to the EU dropped by 26% to 178 000, the lowest since 2021
📉 Western African route saw the biggest drop (-63%)
⚠️ Central Mediterranean was the busiest route, accounting for 37% of all arrivals
👇 For more insights, read our press release:
📉 Western African route saw the biggest drop (-63%)
⚠️ Central Mediterranean was the busiest route, accounting for 37% of all arrivals
👇 For more insights, read our press release:
January 15, 2026 at 10:03 AM
📢 In 2025, the number of irregular border crossings to the EU dropped by 26% to 178 000, the lowest since 2021
📉 Western African route saw the biggest drop (-63%)
⚠️ Central Mediterranean was the busiest route, accounting for 37% of all arrivals
👇 For more insights, read our press release:
📉 Western African route saw the biggest drop (-63%)
⚠️ Central Mediterranean was the busiest route, accounting for 37% of all arrivals
👇 For more insights, read our press release:
1.1 million reasons why cooperation works! 🚫🚬
Frontex & the national authorities of North Macedonia have intercepted a massive haul: 850k tobacco sticks & 160k cigarettes hidden in a false partition.
Using high-tech borescopes, we exposed the crime.
Excellent teamwork in action!
Frontex & the national authorities of North Macedonia have intercepted a massive haul: 850k tobacco sticks & 160k cigarettes hidden in a false partition.
Using high-tech borescopes, we exposed the crime.
Excellent teamwork in action!
January 14, 2026 at 3:20 PM
1.1 million reasons why cooperation works! 🚫🚬
Frontex & the national authorities of North Macedonia have intercepted a massive haul: 850k tobacco sticks & 160k cigarettes hidden in a false partition.
Using high-tech borescopes, we exposed the crime.
Excellent teamwork in action!
Frontex & the national authorities of North Macedonia have intercepted a massive haul: 850k tobacco sticks & 160k cigarettes hidden in a false partition.
Using high-tech borescopes, we exposed the crime.
Excellent teamwork in action!
😇Meet Petru. His parents wanted him to be a priest. He dreamed of becoming a chef. Fate chose borders. After 30 years in the Romanian Border Police, Petru joined short-term Frontex missions, and took the leap. Today, he serves as a Frontex Officer in Serbia.
#Frontex #EUjob
#Frontex #EUjob
January 12, 2026 at 2:48 PM
To counter threats to border security, Member States will need to prioritise enhanced inspections, detection technologies, and close monitoring of cargo routes. Risk assessments, cooperation among EU Member States and adaptable legal frameworks will be essential to manage security challenges.
January 10, 2026 at 6:12 PM
To counter threats to border security, Member States will need to prioritise enhanced inspections, detection technologies, and close monitoring of cargo routes. Risk assessments, cooperation among EU Member States and adaptable legal frameworks will be essential to manage security challenges.
Do you have what it takes to become a Frontex officer?
Among many other requirements, successful candidates need to be physically fit 💪
Watch the video to hear their stories and advice 👉https://youtu.be/S7JBkkaMF-M?si=to0hy9g3chDjD7SZ
Among many other requirements, successful candidates need to be physically fit 💪
Watch the video to hear their stories and advice 👉https://youtu.be/S7JBkkaMF-M?si=to0hy9g3chDjD7SZ
January 9, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Do you have what it takes to become a Frontex officer?
Among many other requirements, successful candidates need to be physically fit 💪
Watch the video to hear their stories and advice 👉https://youtu.be/S7JBkkaMF-M?si=to0hy9g3chDjD7SZ
Among many other requirements, successful candidates need to be physically fit 💪
Watch the video to hear their stories and advice 👉https://youtu.be/S7JBkkaMF-M?si=to0hy9g3chDjD7SZ
First for Frontex training: officers from pre-accession partners (countries on the path towards EU membership) 🇦🇱🇧🇦🇲🇩🇷🇸 joined parts of our Operational Training Programme in Warsaw, covering fundamental rights, legal frameworks, operational ethics and data protection.
January 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM
First for Frontex training: officers from pre-accession partners (countries on the path towards EU membership) 🇦🇱🇧🇦🇲🇩🇷🇸 joined parts of our Operational Training Programme in Warsaw, covering fundamental rights, legal frameworks, operational ethics and data protection.
💖 Giving that asks for nothing back. Many EU border guards end the year not with celebration, but with compassion, standing beside children and families in need. 👨👩👧👦
🫶 Sometimes, the most powerful act is simply giving... and walking away knowing you made a difference🎄🎁😊
🫶 Sometimes, the most powerful act is simply giving... and walking away knowing you made a difference🎄🎁😊
January 6, 2026 at 11:22 AM
💖 Giving that asks for nothing back. Many EU border guards end the year not with celebration, but with compassion, standing beside children and families in need. 👨👩👧👦
🫶 Sometimes, the most powerful act is simply giving... and walking away knowing you made a difference🎄🎁😊
🫶 Sometimes, the most powerful act is simply giving... and walking away knowing you made a difference🎄🎁😊
Not your average commute. 🚁
During his visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Executive Director Hans Leijtens took to the skies to see first-hand where our joint teams are at work.
A bird’s-eye view helps us better understand the daily reality on the ground.
During his visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Executive Director Hans Leijtens took to the skies to see first-hand where our joint teams are at work.
A bird’s-eye view helps us better understand the daily reality on the ground.
January 5, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Not your average commute. 🚁
During his visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Executive Director Hans Leijtens took to the skies to see first-hand where our joint teams are at work.
A bird’s-eye view helps us better understand the daily reality on the ground.
During his visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Executive Director Hans Leijtens took to the skies to see first-hand where our joint teams are at work.
A bird’s-eye view helps us better understand the daily reality on the ground.
💰 €30,500. No declaration. ‘Casino winnings’ with zero proof.
Our Kipi officers weren't convinced. Money seized until clarification.
Sharp instincts, sharper results. 🇬🇷
Our Kipi officers weren't convinced. Money seized until clarification.
Sharp instincts, sharper results. 🇬🇷
January 3, 2026 at 7:49 AM
💰 €30,500. No declaration. ‘Casino winnings’ with zero proof.
Our Kipi officers weren't convinced. Money seized until clarification.
Sharp instincts, sharper results. 🇬🇷
Our Kipi officers weren't convinced. Money seized until clarification.
Sharp instincts, sharper results. 🇬🇷
🛡️ Maciej didn’t just patrol - he saved a life.
In –3°C winter cold, a 78-year-old man went missing in Albania. Together with his Albanian colleague, Maciej searched into the night and found the elderly man alive using thermal imaging.
#Professionalism #Humanity #ServeAndProtect
In –3°C winter cold, a 78-year-old man went missing in Albania. Together with his Albanian colleague, Maciej searched into the night and found the elderly man alive using thermal imaging.
#Professionalism #Humanity #ServeAndProtect
January 2, 2026 at 5:57 PM
🛡️ Maciej didn’t just patrol - he saved a life.
In –3°C winter cold, a 78-year-old man went missing in Albania. Together with his Albanian colleague, Maciej searched into the night and found the elderly man alive using thermal imaging.
#Professionalism #Humanity #ServeAndProtect
In –3°C winter cold, a 78-year-old man went missing in Albania. Together with his Albanian colleague, Maciej searched into the night and found the elderly man alive using thermal imaging.
#Professionalism #Humanity #ServeAndProtect
Cyprus takes the EU Council Presidency 🇨🇾 A big test for a country eyeing the Schengen Area in 2026. Frontex cooperation remains strong – hundreds of returns completed in recent operations in Cyprus. Border management proving solid on multiple fronts.
January 1, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Cyprus takes the EU Council Presidency 🇨🇾 A big test for a country eyeing the Schengen Area in 2026. Frontex cooperation remains strong – hundreds of returns completed in recent operations in Cyprus. Border management proving solid on multiple fronts.
Šťastný nový rok a deň oslavy vzniku Slovenska!
On Slovakia’s Independence Day, Frontex highlights Michal, a Slovak Seconded National Expert at Headquarters, supporting interpretation and cultural mediation services. His work shows how cooperation across the EU strengthens joint operations.
On Slovakia’s Independence Day, Frontex highlights Michal, a Slovak Seconded National Expert at Headquarters, supporting interpretation and cultural mediation services. His work shows how cooperation across the EU strengthens joint operations.
January 1, 2026 at 7:55 AM
Šťastný nový rok a deň oslavy vzniku Slovenska!
On Slovakia’s Independence Day, Frontex highlights Michal, a Slovak Seconded National Expert at Headquarters, supporting interpretation and cultural mediation services. His work shows how cooperation across the EU strengthens joint operations.
On Slovakia’s Independence Day, Frontex highlights Michal, a Slovak Seconded National Expert at Headquarters, supporting interpretation and cultural mediation services. His work shows how cooperation across the EU strengthens joint operations.
24 official EU languages. Countless accents.
One message: Happy New Year! ✨
From all of us at Frontex, wishing you a bright start to 2026.
One message: Happy New Year! ✨
From all of us at Frontex, wishing you a bright start to 2026.
December 31, 2025 at 11:29 AM
24 official EU languages. Countless accents.
One message: Happy New Year! ✨
From all of us at Frontex, wishing you a bright start to 2026.
One message: Happy New Year! ✨
From all of us at Frontex, wishing you a bright start to 2026.
As an Operational Officer at Frontex, Stanislav helps plan and run major joint actions against migrant smuggling, trafficking, and other serious forms of crime. He is working with partners across Europe to keep communities safer.
#Frontex #OperationalOfficer #CrossBorderCrime #EMPACT #TeamFrontex
#Frontex #OperationalOfficer #CrossBorderCrime #EMPACT #TeamFrontex
December 31, 2025 at 8:16 AM
As an Operational Officer at Frontex, Stanislav helps plan and run major joint actions against migrant smuggling, trafficking, and other serious forms of crime. He is working with partners across Europe to keep communities safer.
#Frontex #OperationalOfficer #CrossBorderCrime #EMPACT #TeamFrontex
#Frontex #OperationalOfficer #CrossBorderCrime #EMPACT #TeamFrontex
🚢 Did you know Schengen started with signatures on a boat in 1985? 40 years on, it's great to have Bulgaria and Romania on board 🇧🇬🇷🇴 #Schengen40
December 30, 2025 at 1:17 PM
🚢 Did you know Schengen started with signatures on a boat in 1985? 40 years on, it's great to have Bulgaria and Romania on board 🇧🇬🇷🇴 #Schengen40